Tooth Extraction in Adelaide
Wisdom teeth normally begin to appear between the ages of 18 and 25. When there isn't enough space for the wisdom teeth to properly emerge, they can press up against other teeth, get caught beneath the gums, or just partially emerge from the gums (this is known as impacted wisdom teeth). This can result in significant oral pain as well as infection and abscesses. Most people have four wisdom teeth - two on the top row and two on the bottom row - and these problems might emerge with only one or all four wisdom teeth at the same time.
See our below list of practices that can offer you tooth extractions in Adelaide.
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Tooth Extractions in Adelaide
Why choose tooth extractions?
Some people are lucky enough not to require wisdom tooth extraction, but for many, wisdom tooth removal in Adelaide is required.
In some circumstances, your dentist will see that there isn't enough room for the wisdom teeth to grow and will propose wisdom teeth removal before they cause problems and become uncomfortable. In other circumstances, the patient may suffer from severe dental discomfort near the back of their teeth, at which time a dental practitioner may evaluate the location and propose removal.
The removal of wisdom teeth is essentially a major tooth extraction. For anybody who has suffered from the pain of impacted and/or diseased wisdom teeth, removal may be more of a relief than something to postpone or avoid.
If you're in discomfort and think you might need wisdom teeth extraction in Adelaide, use our Find a Practice Tool to find our dental practice close to your area. Our caring dental staff will inspect your teeth and assist you in developing a plan to ease your discomfort and enhance your oral health.
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Why should I consider getting wisdom teeth removal in Adelaide?
- There are 8 National Dental Care practices in and around Adelaide, so there should be at least one that’s convenient to your location
- Wisdom teeth removal is often considered a necessary treatment, so it’s likely that it is covered by your private health insurance provider. Adelaide Dental practices accept all major health insurance providers
- If you do not have private health insurance, you may be able to make use of our payment plans such as Afterpay and SmileFund which both allow for you to get the treatment you need ASAP and pay it off over time This means that the cost for wisdom teeth removal in Adelaide can be significantly reduced. You will need to speak to your local National Dental Care practice to get a better idea of what the out of pocket expenses are so you know what the actual cost of your wisdom teeth extraction will be
- Each of our practices is equipped with the latest dental technology for faster, effective procedures
- There are 8 NDC practices located in and around Adelaide to allow for more convenient options when travelling from home or work. You can find an Adelaide based dental clinic with our Find a Practice Tool.
Frequently asked questions
There really is no typical wisdom tooth removal cost in Adelaide. It depends on whether it’s just one tooth, all four, or anything in between. It depends on how complicated the procedure is (such as whether the tooth has broken through the gum or not), whether your dentist uses standard local anaesthesia or IV sedation, and more.
It’s best to ask your Adelaide dentist for a direct quote for your specific situation.
Yes, many people get wisdom tooth removal in Adelaide. It’s common for one or more wisdom teeth to cause issues when they start growing in someone’s late teens and early 20s, which is why it’s usually simplest to extract the tooth to maintain dental health. The good news is that most extractions are usually fairly straight-forward, much like a large tooth extraction.
If you are getting regular check ups with a dentist, they will likely be able to spot ahead of time when one or more of your wisdom teeth start growing and will cause problems in the future. In this case, your dental professional might recommend preventative wisdom tooth removal before the wisdom teeth can push against other teeth or become abscessed.
Otherwise, your wisdom teeth may start coming through and causing problems. You will definitely notice persistent pain and discomfort in those areas, so you’ll need to seek professional help to determine the cause and have the offending teeth removed.
For most people, one of these scenarios occurs between the ages of 18 and 25.
Yes. If you need to have your wisdom teeth removed, it’s only because if they stay in, they will cause severe dental pain and potential damage to your other teeth. Having them removed is a relief for anyone who has suffered from impacted wisdom teeth, as it removes the source of the pain for good. For anyone considering having their wisdom teeth removed as a preventative measure, this procedure can avoid the discomfort that occurs when wisdom teeth become impacted.
Not necessarily. You will be able to get wisdom teeth removal in Adelaide from practically any of our dental practices, without the need to see a specialist. In rare cases, your dentist may refer you to a specialist, but this only occurs for particularly complicated procedures, such as if the wisdom teeth are impacted and in a difficult position to reach.